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Very nice! This was something unexpected and I really love that the photographer thought outside of the box to get this frame. It's something unlike anything else I've seen in this competition, it's unusual and it's whimsical, which is really nice. It's a refreshing break from the norm. It's an image that stands out, and kudos to the photographer.

The photographer captured great expressions, body language and environment that work well with the water gun in the bride's hand and flowers in the groom’s hand. I wonder who will be the boss in this family?

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A lot of the portraits were gimmicky and tricky, and would not hold up years after the wedding. Here’s a gimmicky portrait that will. It has so many elements to it: Fun, perfect composition, great expressions. It looks like the image you used to see when you went to the barber shop and saw yourself reflected a million times in the mirrors to either side of you. Cool photo.

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Very unusual photograph. Mirrors are passé, but this one is so unusual, it works. Taking it outdoors in the street and having it held by someone makes it different than most mirror photos. Exposure is tough on an image like this, but here it’s perfect.

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I haven't seen this before, and there's a lot of energy in this frame. It took some thought and orchestration, and I'm glad both the subjects and the photographer went the distance. The energy from the smoke and the body language of the kiss really ramps this above the others.

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The creativity in this image leads it to this position. I also like that it was shot from an unusual angle. Time and time again, it pays off to think outside the box, and in this case the photographer did so. Great thinking!

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This is an image that can be cherished forever. No gimmick, no prop, just two people in love with each in an unpretentious photograph that can be hung up with the rest of the artwork in the house. It has a timeless feel to it that I am sure the bride and groom will be grateful for many years from now.

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This is a funny, stilted, posed, almost fake looking portrait that evokes a smile and a sense of kookiness. The color pops - the green tie and socks, the toenails. The expressions are priceless and the exposure is perfect. Looks like a still from the movie “Trees Lounge.”

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Could be mistaken for a Grant Wood painting, this photo is strong because of the monochromatic scene, the art direction from the photographer and the general sense of quiet resolve that is captured. I think the inclusion of the lamp on the left hurts the symmetry of the image.

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